Lesser Adjutant
Leptoptilos javanicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="leptoptilos-javanicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Adjutant (Leptoptilos javanicus) is a bird species in the family Ciconiidae (storks), within the order Ciconiiformes (storks). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 124.9 cm and a weight of 4.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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110–120 cm. Naked red-yellow head with white ruff; large pale bill. Resident across South and Southeast Asia in wetlands, mangroves, and agricultural areas. Vulnerable; declining due to habitat loss and hunting. Feeds on fish, frogs, and carrion; nests colonially in trees.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 124,9 cm | 49.2 in |
| Масса | 4615,0 g | 162.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: CP.
Размер кладки
2-4
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Семейство | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Leptoptilos |
| Виды | Leptoptilos javanicus |
Distribution
Lesser Adjutant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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